It’s no secret that 2020 was rough for everyone — including the live music and festival industry, which usually bring a variety of events to Central Oregon year round. Many people look forward to attending Bend Summer Festival, The Bite … Read More
Sunriver Blog
Keep up with the latest happenings in Sunriver.
Sunset Perks Add Extra Value to Your Sunriver Vacation Rental
We know you have a choice when it comes to your Sunriver vacation rental. Many visitors flock to third-party rental sites like Airbnb or VRBO to book their vacation, but renting directly from a Sunriver property management company has many … Read More
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and Sledding Near Sunriver
February storms have dumped more than 85-inches of snow so far at Mt. Bachelor with more on the way. The mountain already had a decent base, which as of the writing of this blog is at 117 inches today. That … Read More
Book Sunriver Rentals for Spring Break Now for the Best Selection of Homes
It may seem like winter vacation just ended, but January has been an eventful month and we bet you’re looking forward to a little reprieve. With many children still attending school online and many parents working remotely to be home … Read More
Renting a Hotel Room vs Vacation Home in Sunriver
In the past, we blogged about the benefits of renting a whole house versus a hotel room. We also have shared the importance of booking directly with a local property manager like Sunset Lodging instead of a massive travel engine … Read More
Don’t Fret! Mt. Bachelor Parking Reservations Released on Rolling Basis
The coronavirus pandemic has forced all of us to change our habits and adjust to new health and safety procedures. With Christmas Break quickly approaching, our guests have wondered about the possibility of reserving a parking space at Mt. Bachelor … Read More
Enjoy a Sunriver Staycation with Your Immediate Family
Do you want to relax with your immediate family, but you’re sick of staring at your own TV? A Sunriver staycation may be the perfect getaway for Cental Oregonians this winter. As cold weather drives people indoors, a cozy escape … Read More
What You Need to Know About Parking at Mt. Bachelor This Season
You may have heard that Mt. Bachelor is taking a “Back to Basics” approach to safe operations this winter and a new online parking reservation system is at the heart of this. The mountain intends to guests a great and … Read More
10 Reasons to Book a Socially Distanced Sunriver Winter Vacation
With November quickly approaching, now is the time to start thinking about your winter vacation plans. The coronavirus pandemic is still affecting the world and with many destinations off-limits due to travel restrictions in many countries, this may be the … Read More
Celebrating Spooky Season in Central Oregon Amid a Pandemic
What are the odds that Halloween would fall on a Saturday with a full moon? Those of us who love spooky season was on track for a great Halloween celebration. Then in March, the pandemic hit and everyone’s plans for … Read More
Win a Stay at a Sunriver Vacation By Supporting Oregon Wildfire Relief
The West Coast has been ravaged by wildfires affecting Oregon, Washington and California. At Sunset Lodging in Sunriver, our hearts ache for all of the families and individuals devastated by loss caused by the fires. People have lost their homes, … Read More
Mt. Bachelor Adds COVID-19 Coverage to Passholder Promise
The weather may be scorching outside, which has our minds wandering to winter and snow covering the mountains. After Covid-19 cut the spring ski and snowboarding season short, we know many of you are looking forward to hitting the slopes … Read More
Make Sunriver Your Back to School Classroom This Fall
“Back to School” inches closer, but in a year unlike any other, many students will be learning from home this fall due to coronavirus precautions. Schools across the country plan to use distance learning to begin the new academic year. … Read More
Day Trips Near Sunriver for Your Summer Vacation
Central Oregon grants visitors and locals access to many stunning natural wonders from majestic mountain peaks to desert landscapes. This summer, gather your group to explore a few of these natural treasures, all a short drive your vacation rental in … Read More
Sunriver Fishing Guides Help You Reel in a Good Time This Summer
Central Oregon features world-class fishing opportunities in our area lakes and rivers. When visiting Sunriver this summer, a guided fishing tour may be the exact socially distanced activity for you. The area is home to a variety of talented fishing … Read More
Safely Floating the Deschutes River While Social Distancing This Summer
Sunriver has opened and we have been seeing many people wearing masks and social distancing, which is great! Last week, it was announced that SHARC would be reopening on Thursday, June 25, which many of our guests are excited about. … Read More
SHARC Plans to Reopen and What’s Open in Sunriver in Phase 2
Deschutes County has been approved to begin moving into Phase 2 of the reopening process, which permits swimming pools to open, along with movie theaters, bowling alleys and restaurants may stay open later. Phase 2 also permits Oregonians to travel … Read More
Commitment to CDC Guidelines and Cleanliness of Sunriver Rentals
At Sunset Lodging, we’re pleased to announce that the Deschutes County Commissioners have decided not to extend short-term rental restrictions in our area, which means beginning Friday, May 15 visitors may return to Sunriver. We have been tending to our … Read More
How You Can Support the Sunriver Community Now
As everyone hunkers down at home and dreams of returning to Sunriver this summer, there are several things you can do to support our local community during this time. Sunriver is made up of many small and family-run businesses that … Read More
Save Money and Support Local By Booking Your Sunriver Vacation Directly
At Sunset Lodging, we’ve been diligently doing our research and keeping up with changes in the COVID-19 situation as it evolves. We have seen cancellations due to non-essential travel orders and guests have one main question as it pertains to … Read More
Something to Look Forward to: Plan a Sunriver Vacation This Summer
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the kids may be out of school, but Spring Break looked a little different this year. As many Americans stay home to slow the spread of the disease, we all look forward to … Read More
Day Use Permits Required for Five Central Oregon Wilderness Areas
One of the largest draws to Central Oregon is the access to some of the most beautiful wilderness areas in the country. In January 2017, the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests began analyzing strategies for managing visitor use in five … Read More
A Message From Sunset Lodging About COVID-19 and Visiting Sunriver
Sunset Lodging has been following the progression of COVID-19 and has been collecting data relating to safety regarding travel during this developing situation. Please be assured that Sunset is strictly following CDC guidelines in order to secure a clean, healthy … Read More
Sunriver Fitness and Aquatic Center Offers Alternative to SHARC
Visitors to Sunriver have several options for swimming and water recreation fun in a pool setting. Many of our guests seek our homes with SHARC passes, which grant you unlimited access to the Sunriver Homeowners Association Recreation Center, located off … Read More
An Open Love Letter to Sunriver, Oregon
Dearest Sunriver, We are writing to you to represent all of the lovely visitors and locals of your community to confess our undying devotion to you and all of the wonderful memories you have helped us create over the years. … Read More
Treat Your Sweetheart to a Valentine’s Day Sunriver Getaway
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday, which gives you the perfect opportunity to treat your sweetheart to a romantic getaway in snowy Sunriver, Oregon. Valentine’s Day leads into President’s Day, which means you can take advantage of a … Read More
Explore the Cascades with Snowmobile Rentals and Tours in Sunriver and Bend
Visitors to Sunriver looking for a little more adrenaline than the typical sleigh ride turn to snowmobile rentals and tours to kick their adventures into high gear. The snowy Cascade mountains offer tons of terrain to explore on the back … Read More
Christmas in Sunriver — Tips for Your Winter Vacation in Central Oregon
Sunriver and Central Oregon finally received our first big snowfall this week, just in time for Thanksgiving. All of the snow has us thinking about the upcoming holiday season and how to spend Christmas in Sunriver. If you find yourself … Read More
Shop in Sunriver on Small Business Saturday for Great Gifts
With the winter holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about everyone on your gift list. If you’ll be in Sunriver for Thanksgiving and the long weekend, you have a variety of small business options available to get … Read More
How to Choose the Right Sunriver Winter Holiday Vacation Rental
For every visitor, for every family, the right Sunriver winter holiday vacation rental will be as unique as your party itself. A couple visiting Sunriver for a long ski vacation won’t have the same lodging requirements as a family reunion … Read More
Woodward Mountain Park: Even More to Love at Mt. Bachelor This Winter
Visitors to Mt. Bachelor, Sunriver’s favorite ski resort, will have access to expanded learning terrain and a revamped Sunrise Lodge with parking lot improvements just in time for the 2019/2020 season. Mt. Bachelor has been hard at work upgrading the … Read More
Choosing a Vacation Home for Your Sunriver Family Reunion
With the winter holidays quickly approaching, now is the time to start thinking about and booking your vacation home in Sunriver. Sunriver provides the ideal backdrop for your winter family reunion, set among the pine trees with visions of Mt. … Read More
Pet-Friendly Sunriver Rentals | Dining and Recreation with Your Dog
For many visitors to Sunriver, the vacation isn’t complete without every member of the family — furry, four-legged friends included. At Sunset Lodging, we have a variety of pet-friendly Sunriver rentals to meet your lodging needs and accommodate your canine … Read More
River Rafting in Sunriver, Oregon | Summer Activites to Fuel Your Vacation
At Sunset Lodging, we’re frequently asked for recommendations on summer activities and the tour companies that offer these amazing experiences. River rafting in Sunriver, Oregon, has been a favorite pastime for both locals and visitors to the region. River rafting … Read More
Explore the Beauty of Central Oregon with a Helicopter Tour
You’ve run, biked, hiked, walked, moto-ed, snowmobiled and skied as much Sunriver and Central Oregon terrain as possible. From Benham Falls to the top of Smith Rock, you’ve found beautiful locales all throughout the area. But have you seen it … Read More
Visit Mt. Bachelor This Summer for Great Mt. Biking, Sunset Dinners and More
Many of our guests plan their Sunriver winter vacations around visiting Mt. Bachelor for the miles of skiable terrain. Whether you prefer one or two boards strapped to your feet, Mt. Bachelor offers memorable and exciting winter adventures year after … Read More
Be Prepared! Snow Safety Suggestions for Visiting Sunriver
Last week, all of those prayers for snow were answered all at once, dumping three-feet of snow throughout Sunriver and Central Oregon. The snow has yet to subside and we wanted to provide our guests and visitors to the area … Read More
Lowland 3 Joins the Full-Service Resort Property Management Program
Sunset Lodging proudly announces that we have added Lowland 3 to our full-service resort property management program. Lowland 3 boasts a convenient and desirable location off of Overlook Rd. near SHARC and the Sunriver Village. This three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath bath home … Read More
Walking in a Winter Wonderland | Snowshoeing Near Sunriver
Winter is upon us in Sunriver and that means plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation and snow worshipping. Many of our guests come for the excellent riding conditions and miles of terrain at Mt. Bachelor, which celebrates 60 years this … Read More
Horseback Riding in Sunriver and Seasonal Sleigh Rides at Sunriver Stables
With winter upon us, horseback riding in Sunriver may not be at the top of your to-do list while visiting our quiet mountain town. While you may not be ready to jump on the back of a horse for a … Read More
Experience Year-Round Fun at SHARC in Sunriver
Since opening in May 2012, the Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic and Recreation Center (SHARC) has become a huge draw for guests and homeowners in the Sunriver area. During the summer months, sunseekers find themselves catching rays on the outdoor patio and … Read More
More Than a Hotel Room in Sunriver — Rent a Home for the Same Price
We know the scene — you’re trying to plan an affordable vacation in your favorite Central Oregon destination, but you want to bring the entire family, including the dog. Many visitors to the area seek out a hotel room in … Read More
Fun and Friendship — Plan Your Sunriver Girls Weekend
Many occasions call for a fun Sunriver girls weekend — bachelorette parties, ski trips, sorority house reunions, new babies, or simply reconnecting with old friends. Friendships should be celebrated and Sunriver offers the perfect backdrop for your girls trip reunion … Read More
Your Guide to Floating the Deschutes River in Sunriver Like a Pro
The temperatures have started to rise and the calendar tells us its officially summer in Central Oregon. When visiting Sunriver, many guests immediately flock to the SHARC for their outdoor pools, hot tub, kids activities and more. For others, the … Read More
Play at Central Oregon’s Favorite Golf Courses with Discounts from Sunset Perks
The sun’s out, the snow’s melted and it’s time to start teeing off at Central Oregon golf courses. As a guest with Sunset Lodging in Sunriver, you can enjoy golf discounts at area courses through the Sunset Perks program. Simply … Read More
Start Planning Your Sunriver Family Reunion Today
As summer approaches, many of us start to plan our vacations. Summer is the perfect time to plan a Sunriver family reunion with your loved ones near and far. With a bevy of outdoor activities to choose from, as well … Read More
No Snow? No Problem! Enjoy a Different Style of Winter Wonderland in Sunriver
While we know for many of our guests, the big draw to coming to Sunriver in the winter stems from skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Bachelor. With minimal snowfall in Sunriver this season, you may be reconsidering a winter adventure … Read More
Looking for Sunriver Dining Options This Winter Break? Try The Wallow
We know the situation. You’re coming down from Mt. Bachelor and you’re starving. You’ve called to see how long pizza delivery is and you’ve got a wait. You remember from last year that trying to go into many of the … Read More
Sunriver Vacation Planners Help You Find the Perfect Rental Home
In the days of VRBO and AirBnB, planning your next vacation often involves online research and quick booking on a website. While you get to see photos and read details about a Sunriver vacation home, it can be difficult to … Read More
Attn: Owners | VRBO Announces New Ranking System
Many of the Sunriver homeowners choosing Sunset Lodging as their property management company in Sunriver also opt to have their home listed on Vacation Rentals By Owner (VRBO). Traditionally, this allows potential guests to find your home in a variety … Read More